KC Concepcion. Image: Instagram/@kristinaconcepcion
A photo of KC Concepcion taken by celebrity photographer Mark Nicdao was exported to the United States as it is now part of the Getty Museum collection.
Concepcion shared Nicdao’s feat as well as her photo through her Instagram page on Monday, Jan. 20.
“I’ve always known Mark Nicdao was destined for greatness, but where he is now is all him: raw talent, vision, relentless hard work, and the mind (and heart!) of a genius,” she began.
“I’m beyond honored to share that a photograph of mine from 2008, captured by my dear friend and creative visionary Mark Nicdao—and wearing Puey Quiñones—has been acquired (along with his other incredible works) by none other than the iconic Getty,” she stated.
Concepcion then looked back on her friendship with Nicdao, gushing over being a part of the latter’s recent milestone.
“Mark and I have been through so many creative adventures, and seeing his extraordinary talent celebrated at this level is so inspiring,” she said.
Addressing Nicdao, she continued, “I’m so proud of you and so grateful to be part of YOUR moment. Here’s to timeless art, enduring friendships, and the magic that comes from chasing dreams. Marky, here’s to many more pursuits together. Always your biggest fan.”
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Nicdao, for his part, showed a certificate from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts allowing him to export his printed photographs to the US.
Image: Instagram/@markednicdao
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The Getty Museum, located in Los Angeles, features art pieces “from ancient Greece and Italy, Europe from the Middle Ages to the early 1900s, and global photography from its invention to now,” as per its website.